Visited a gentleman’s shed deep in what future historians will call the North. Filled with countless examples of pre-war heat. Matador Beardmore with amazing filler cap, the number is the chassis number. Cotton (’24 I think, ex-race) Cotton frame ends Deardon Manx Norton, note no oil tank. Oil is in the frame, 1 of 6 [...]

Sent in by Mr Darren Groucutt, these pics show some quality custom running in the family. Featherbed framed 850 with loads of one off touches . Also check out the clipons on the BSA, quality. Thanks for the picks and if anyone else has some ‘My old mans rides’ please mail them over